The Government of Ghana has expressed strong concern over the reported military invasion of Venezuela by the United States of America and the subsequent abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration on Saturday, January 4, 2026, Ghana described the action as unilateral and unauthorised, warning that it poses serious threats to international peace, stability, and the global order.
According to the statement, Ghana “is alarmed” by the use of force against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, noting that such actions violate the Charter of the United Nations, international law, and the core principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of states.
The government said it strongly deplores any form of military intervention in the internal affairs of sovereign nations, stressing that attempts to occupy foreign territories or exert external control over natural resources carry grave consequences for global security.
Ghana also criticised comments attributed to US President Donald Trump suggesting that the United States would “run Venezuela” until it was considered safe, prosperous, and “judicious,” and that US oil companies would be allowed to operate freely in the country. The Foreign Affairs Ministry described these remarks as troubling and reminiscent of colonial and imperialist attitudes that have no place in the modern international system.
“These declarations set a dangerous precedent for the global order,” the statement said, adding that such ambitions undermine the sovereignty of nations and reverse the gains made since the end of the Second World War.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to the principle of self-determination, insisting that only the people of Venezuela have the right to decide their political and democratic future, free from external interference.
Ghana called on the international community to take the situation seriously and to work collectively to reduce tensions. It also appealed for the immediate de-escalation of hostilities and the release of President Maduro and his wife.
Reiterating its long-standing foreign policy position, Ghana said it remains firmly opposed to invasion, occupation, colonialism, apartheid, and all forms of violations of international law. The statement emphasised that respect for sovereignty and peaceful coexistence among nations remains central to Ghana’s engagement in global affairs.
The press release was copied to all media houses and issued under the authority of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in Accra.